Administrative Assistant Lll - Halifax, Canada - Halifax Regional Municipality
Description
Job Posting
- Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing senior confidential administrative services to the Executive Director. The Administrative Assistant is a highly organized team player with the ability to work in a fast paced environment. A high degree of initiative, confidentiality, problem solving, analytical thinking and an ability to meet tight deadlines with ever changing priorities is required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administrative:
- Provides administrative support to the Executive Director by managing inquiries, appointments, correspondence, and electronic communication, ensuring proper follow up, so deadlines on various projects are met;
- Provides administrative support, with respect to projects, research, and development of policies and procedures;
- Plays a key role in researching and preparing documents, reports and presentations for Regional Council, special projects and new program initiatives.
- Drafts and proofs administrative and personnel correspondence;
- Maintain confidentiality of information;
- Establishes, maintains and manages an effective records management system for administrative files and computerized filing system. (E.g. Confidential labour relations files, personnel files, attendance statistics, recruitment & selection processes, etc.);
- Coordinates assignment of projects and work activities as directed by the Director;
- Prepare, receive, track and file correspondence concerning staff grievances, disciplinary actions and performance management;
- Performs other administrative duties or projects as assigned.
Customer Service/Communication:
- Evaluates internal and external stakeholder inquiries directed to the Executive Director determining an appropriate response, taking into account the needs for confidentiality, tact and responsiveness;
- Responds to external customer inquiries in a professional, customerfocused manner and ensures proper follow up;
- Directs communication and information flow within Halifax Transit.
Meeting Support:
- Participates in various meetings with Executive Director, Managers and Supervisory staff;
- Prepares background material and agendas for meetings, as well as booking facilities, coordinating meeting logistics and recording minutes;
- Maintains a 'bring forward' system and pursues action items with staff to ensure there is adequate followup;
- Ensures approved minutes are promptly available, both electronically and in hard copy;
- Participates on committee work as required.
Financial:
- Responsible for preparing, monitoring HR data for the division's management staff in a timely and accurate manner;
- Provide administrative assistance re: budget preparation, management, etc.;
- Organize all travel arrangements for the Executive Director, according to HR policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience:
- Grade 12 (or equivalent) and certificate in business training from a recognized educational institution;
- Three (3) years of related experience at the senior administrative level;
- Experience and knowledge of Halifax Transit and/or municipal government considered an asset;
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:
- Strong time management skills and ability to work well under pressure;
- Effective written and oral communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work positively with others in a team environment;
- Analytical and problem solving skills;
- Above average attention to details and high level of accuracy;
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Report Centre;
- Proficient typing skills;
- Knowledge of current and effective office systems,and procedures, Information Management and Human Resource systems;
- Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize competing priorities and to thrive in ambiguous situations.
Security Clearance Requirements:
Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.-
COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking; Communication; Customer Service; Decision Making; Managing Change; Organization/Planning; Teamwork and Cooperation; Values and Ethics; Values Diversity
WORK STATUS:
Permanent, full-time
HOURS OF WORK:
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for 35 hours per week.
SALARY:
Level 4, Non-Union, $51,810 to $71,310.
WORK LOCATION:
TD Building (1791 Barrington Street, Halifax NS)
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to
-
11:59 pm on Sunday, April 23, 2023.
Please note:
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.
- During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an i
More jobs from Halifax Regional Municipality
-
Summer Girls United Program Coordinator
Halifax, Canada - 3 days ago
-
Planner Ii
Halifax, Canada - 4 days ago
-
Community Worker
Lower Sackville, Canada - 1 week ago
-
Trails & Open Spaces Supervisor
Dartmouth, Canada - 3 days ago
-
Business Services Specialist
Dartmouth, Canada - 1 day ago
-
Manager, Service Delivery
Halifax, Canada - 1 week ago